These Italian-style meatballs are truly a delight! Made with a medley of Italian spices, they are full of flavor and sure to satisfy. The key to the flavor is in the herbs and spices; garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes bring out the Italian flavors and make these meatballs truly special. The meatballs are a mix of ground beef, veal, and pork, combined with breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese, making them incredibly juicy and tender. They are best served with a side of marinara sauce, or a dollop of ricotta cheese. These spicy Italian meatballs are a delicious and easy way to add some extra flavor to your meal.

Ingredients

1 lb mixture of ground pork, veal, and beef

1/2 tsp fine sea salt

1 small onion, finely diced

1/2 tsp garlic salt

1 1.2 tsp Italian seasoning

3/4 tsp oregano

3/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes or crushed pepperoncini

2 eggs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs

Method

Preheat oven to 400 degrees

Combine all ingredients and mix until evenly blended.

Form into 1 1/2 inch meatballs and place on a baking sheet.

Bake until no longer pink, about 20 – 25 minutes, turning every 5 minutes.

Serve with your favorite sauce.

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